resurrection

Monday, April 21

Responding to our baptismal call

Each year I am often met with surprise when I tell people that Easter is actually a busier time for the Catholic Church than Christmas.

Christ is Risen, Alleluia

In an address from St Peter’s Square on Easter Monday 2019, Pope Francis named the resurrection of Christ as “the most shocking event in human history” – shocking, because it should not have been possible.

Finding strength, courage and compassion during crisis

With so much uncertainty in the world at the moment, SR JENNY SEAL fdnsc took the time on Easter Sunday to pen a reflection on the opportunity to bring the 'resurrection joy' into our lives during the coronavirus pandemic.

Easter: A time of great hope

Hot cross buns and chocolate eggs are enjoyed by many over the Easter period, but not everyone understands their true significance. Behind those simple ‘treats’ stand the most profound events of human history.

Pentecost: not one but 50 days

The early understanding of Pentecost as a time of continuing joy following the ascension of Jesus remains a significant focus for the Church, writes JENNY O’BRIEN, liturgy educator with the Office for Worship.

An Easter people

With Easter upon us JENNY O’BRIEN explores what it means to be Christian every day of our lives.